Conclusions
These two tests are just an example of the evaluations that may be carried out on a surfboard. Vibration testing could be an equally interesting field for further investigation.
Nowadays, surfboard design and manufacture has developed extensively and there are many more available options apart from the traditional wood centre stringer boards, such as parabolic stringers in wood, multi-density foam and carbon tape. Tools like FEA allow us to evaluate new manufacturing techniques and refine and improve upon current ones.
As previously said, introducing simulations into the design spiral would have a positive impact on product innovation, reducing prototyping and manufacturing costs and shortening time to market. In addition to providing both manufacturers and sellers with sales arguments based on real numbers, even being able to personalize the tables according to the type of client or surfing area.